[Caramel77]

Thank you for contacting Channel 4 Viewer Enquiries regarding BIG BROTHER.

We are sorry to hear that you found the housemate's comments and actions
towards Halfwit offensive.

Big Brother has spoken to Freddie, a number of times, following his
arguments with a various housemates. As was shown in last night's
highlights show, Freddie took the decision himself to tackle Karly and Lisa
head on about some of their recent disagreements. Following his discussions
with Karly and Lisa, Big Brother spoke to Freddie in the Diary Room, where
Freddie said that he had had a good day and was pleased that he had spoken
to them. Freddie also talked to Siavash and Marcus throughout the day about
his relationships with other housemates and he continues to do so. Big
Brother also talked to both Karly and Lisa about their disagreements with
Freddie and will continue to monitor the situation.?

As you know, BIG BROTHER is not a scripted drama, but a reality programme
and one of the consequences of reality television is that at times
participants in the programme will express opinions or react in a way which
a viewer may disagree with or find upsetting. It is important that within
the context and structure of the programme that housemates have the right to
express themselves without censure as long as they do not contravene the BIG
BROTHER rules.

We do appreciate that some viewers will find certain comments or actions
unacceptable and we will always look at the context and the justification in
screening certain scenes or conversations in line with the Ofcom
regulations. We take our responsibility to our audience very seriously and
if a housemate, expressed views which were clearly in breach of the rules of
BIG BROTHER, then appropriate action would be taken.

I can assure you that any decision regarding the housemates is not taken
lightly and the production team are constantly reviewing the on-going
situation in the house as the primary concern of both Channel 4 and the BIG
BROTHER producers, is the welfare of the housemates.

We would like to assure you also that your concerns have been logged for the
attention of the programme makers.




No wonder Lisa's playing nice now......